COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS
NETWORK SECURITY AND CYBERSECURITY
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Question
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Infecting a computer with a virus
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Hacking computer systems
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DDoS attacks
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -A classic way that computers get infected by malware attacks and other forms of cybercrime is via email attachments in spam emails.
Detailed explanation-2: -Computer viruses are often used by criminals to help commit cybercrimes. They are delivered as email attachments, malicious code on suspect websites or through removable media such as flash drives. Cybercriminals implement these viruses for a range of purposes.
Detailed explanation-3: -Hacking-including of social media and email passwords. Phishing-bogus emails asking for security information and personal details. Malicious software – including ransomware through which criminals hijack files and hold them to ransom. More items
Detailed explanation-4: -Stolen credit card information. Hacking into a government website. Theft of user accounts. Compromised IoT devices. Loss of control and access to content. Phishing campaigns. Individual. Property. More items